Amherst city, Texas
Official LSAD Designation: Amherst city • Census GEOID: 4803084
• Lamb County
Amherst city is an incorporated city in Lamb County, Texas. According to official records from the Census (2025), Amherst city had an estimated population of 640 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Amherst city (GEOID 4803084).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Amherst
Municipal
Official Title:
City Secretary
Address:
PO BOX 560, AMHERST TX 79312-0560
County Of Lamb
County
Official Title:
County Judge
Address:
100 6TH DR, RM 101, LITTLEFIELD TX 79339-3366
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $63,611 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $35,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 0.91 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).